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President Tinubu Honors Wole Soyinka as Literary Legend Turns 92
President Bola Tinubu celebrates Professor Wole Soyinka on his 92nd birthday, acknowledging his legacy as a courageous writer and a steadfast champion for good governance.
July 12, 2026
Odumeje Challenges Religious Leaders to Confront Government Failures Instead of Seeking Favor
Odumeje, the founder of the Mountain of Holy Ghost Intervention and Deliverance Ministry, has criticized fellow religious leaders for failing to hold the government accountable, urging them to prioritize truth over personal benefits.
July 12, 2026
Obono-Obla Warns APC Against Ignoring Founding Members
Former presidential aide Okoi Obono-Obla warns that the APC risks internal division by overlooking the contributions of its founding members.
July 12, 2026
Senator Shuaibu Isa Lau Rejects Claims of Filing Lawsuit Against APC Over Primary Results
Senator Shuaibu Isa Lau has denied reports claiming he filed a lawsuit against the APC and his primary opponent to challenge the Taraba North senatorial election results.
July 12, 2026
Isaac Fayose challenges Remi Tinubu’s request for musical artists to provide charity
Isaac Fayose has challenged First Lady Remi Tinubu after she urged musical artists to support the poor, arguing that government funds used for official vehicles should have been prioritized for citizens in need instead.
July 12, 2026
Donald Trump honors late Senator Lindsey Graham as a distinguished patriot
Former President Donald Trump honored the late Senator Lindsey Graham, reflecting on their evolving political alliance and Graham's legacy as a dedicated public servant.
July 12, 2026
Anglican Diocese of Calabar Opposes Sharia Financial Integration and Nigeria’s Islamisation
The Anglican Diocese of Calabar has publicly condemned proposals for Sharia-compliant financial systems and warned against the Islamisation of Nigeria, while also criticizing the country's dual-tier socio-economic structure.
July 12, 2026
Igbo Leaders of Thought caution against eroding opposition, call on judiciary to protect democracy
The Igbo Leaders of Thought warned that the marginalization of opposition parties poses a significant threat to Nigerian democracy and urged the judiciary to remain an impartial defender of constitutional principles ahead of the 2027 elections.
July 12, 2026
INEC Shifts 2027 Candidate Nomination Deadline to July 14
The Independent National Electoral Commission has granted political parties until July 14, 2026, to submit their lists of candidates for the upcoming 2027 elections.
July 12, 2026
Sunday News Briefing: Top 10 Stories Across Nigeria
This morning's summary covers the abduction of a funeral convoy in Kogi, political developments for the 2027 elections, recent crime crackdowns in Lagos, and regional tragedies in Cross River and Benue.
July 12, 2026